Leaked BlackBerry Link v1.2 for Windows

We've already got a close look at BlackBerry Link 1.2 in some screenshots earlier but as of now the update hasn't started to roll out of Waterloo for whatever reason. No matter though, if you're on Windows based computer and want to give it a go, you can now grab the leaked version. Sorry Mac users, you're in the dark here.

Overall, you'll see some visual improvements to the app as well, faster and more reliable back-ups, better synch offerings and more options for when it comes to restoring your device. Additionally, there is also fixes for remote access and logging in via your BlackBerry ID.

Like all leaks, you're downloading this one at your own risk. There is no promise here that all things will work as expected and really, you'll want to use caution when using it. If for whatever reason you find this version isn't working the best for you then it is suggested you revert to the official release.

Calm down. There's no need to be this dramatic. You have an overblown sense of entitlement. Don't forget they moved an update to link relatively recently. Perhaps this update will be officially released with 10.2.

Im not being dramatic. When there is a software problem they should release a fix WITH change log. Blackberry might be #3 or even #4 by now but it doesnt mean they are exactly small. They have MILLIONS of users who use their software daily AND they are getting paid to write code. Meanwhile see all these freeware apps out there with constant updates and change logs? You might be a blackberry fan just like me but you are just as lost as they are.

You should go work for blackberry clearly your coding skills and ability to execute fixes faster than everyone else would greatly help the company. Or switch to android and we'll all enjoy your head exploding on the insane amount of time it takes them to push an update.

Installed the leaked...useless crap. It doesnt have any way to register BB ID. Clicking the "settings" doesn't do anything. Remote Files Access doesnt show anything too. Though i like the interface... kinda neat.

Oh my god, a BlackBerry Link leak? I'd have to be out of my mind to install that on my computer. BlackBerry programming is abysmal, I can't even imagine what a leaked PC application would do to my computer. On a phone is one thing, you can wipe and restore. On my PC? I'd have to be certifiable to even consider that.

Amen to that! The "official" Link 1.1.1.41 took my PC down for 3 days while i struggled to figure out what it did to my system. Very Long Story Short: Link installer popped open a command prompt mid-install and deleted my ntfs sys win32 file rendering my pc unbootable. Be wary of this software, extremely wary!

I downloaded fine and tried installing on a win7(64 bit) os but keep getting error messages while installing so ended up cancelling it! I have no issues with previous build so won't bother with leak until it becomes official

downloaded,installed, sync actually just synced the latest photos I took instead of syncing and re-syncing double of everything like before, at one point I had 12 copies of pics because of sync! back up went fast, I haven't tried restore yet

I miss the ability for a proper two way sync between my phone and Outlook. I think the current link only lets me sync one way, or at least when there's a conflict to resolve it can only be done one way. Either way it's half-baked and doesn't work properly.

I don't know which type of windows it is, but my Windows 8 pro has never had a recent problem with the official BlackBerry link, 2 versions ago it may crash my system but then again windows 8 isn't perfect either.

Same here. I had issues with Link before the upgrade, and I imagine you guys did too. Tonight I'm going to uninstall and reinstall rather than upgrade. Whatever is currently installed is borked, so best to start off somewhat cleaner and hope the latest doesn't repeat the usb issues and crashing.

I hope someday they will fix the windows 8 watchdog bug... when I plug in my z10 and work with other programs. windows 8 will get down with an watchdog error bluescreen...
I know windows 8 is bulls hit, but there is no BlackBerry Link for Debian Linux ;)

BlackBerry leaks coming out the ying- yang. I just installed my first ever leak with 10.2 and as straightforward as it was it was pretty nerve-wracking for me so I think I will opt out of this one, I've had no issues with the current Link version. I don't know if I missed it but can someone tell me or direct me to where leaks are explained? How do Leaks work? Who leaks them from BlackBerry and why do we have access to these OS upgrades far in advance of the official launch?
Cheers

I like it fine... the new UX is more sensible to me (separating the handhelds from the computer itself in the left column) but there is a design error: controls that aren't relevant if you're not signed into the app with your BlackBerry ID are completely disappeared from the UI: there is no prompt to say "to access your Remote File Access settings, Sign In first." Last time I used my Link 1.1, I had it set to auto sign in so when I installed Link 1.2 and was looking for settings etc. everything just wasn't present, but then I noticed "Sign In" on the menu: after signing in, all was well, but it did have me puzzled for a bit (dare I say like BB10 might be for BBOS users? :-( )

Always a leak....I'm closing in on a year of a two year contract on my phone...does that mean I will only get to enjoy the full BB10 potential for about 6 months (once the carrier decides to release the official version)??? Pathetic. Same with 10.2 . These so called leaks are just a way to get some users to act as unofficial testers???

On install got "Error 1920". Rolled itself back, but then had no BBLink anywhere to be found. Rebooted (W7) reloaded 1.2 and it installed successfully...BB ID and all. However, according to my Z10 now I no longer have permission to access my computer remotely...it's "unavailable". Ok, took the hint and opened BBLink as administrator...and now I can't sign in to BB ID. It doesn't know me (or want to get to know me) at all as administrator. I'm blocked either way I go. Maybe I could start over and run the exe file as administrator...? We'll see.

Are you able to see your pc files remotely...? Or does it tell you that you that "you don't have permission to access this folder"? Even installing the executable file as administrator won't give me permission to see my pc files remotely. Not ready for prime time.

This leak doesn't make it on my Windows 8 laptop. It doesn't allow access to BlackBerry ID, and hide the Y and Z drives created by BlackBerry Device Manager. Loading takes longer than 1.1 and backup took about the same time. Management of pictures and videos is improved, and UI is neater. I uninstalled and went back to 1.1.

This will still suck if it does not work with MS office, especially outlook like the old BBdesk top did and the sync can be done local on your own computer. I am not speaking of out look the email web program former hotmail.

Scared me off! LOL! 1.1.1.41 works great for me with Outlook 2007 desktop client. Think I'll stay with this version and continue with the OS leaks instead--I will say that Link no matter the version has always synced and backed up correctly for me but I know many people have had nothing but issues with it, so I hear ya! Maybe they'll get the picture and go back to a hybrid BBDM (there's a thought BerryTeam!) for BB10.

Hello, This is my experience, not necessarily yours. Storage drives, device and sd card do not show up in My Computer. Sync to windows contacts, only synced 66 of 870 ( one way only, to computer). Personally I don't want to sync anything, I want to back up. As far as I'm concerned LINK is next to useless and should be scrapped not redesigned. Uninstalled.

since moving from BBDesktop to BBLink and it's ben problems all the way, not even this beta leak is doing any better than the official release.
I really miss how excellent BBDesktop was and still is, it never cared what OS it's running in XP, Vista, 7 and even OSX.
even my AntiVirus agrees with me on that, thank god that BB10 and Z10 is too awesome to notice that BBLink failed me in all categories.
thank you for the download link. cheers!

The problem is due to things being junk:
1) people who have SSD's with outdated firmware for Win8 need to update their drives. If your SSD doesn't find an upgrade, go to #2.
2) people with Win8 need to update to Win8.1. It solves the watchdog violation which causes the BSOD junk.

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